If Ransomware Hit Tomorrow, Would You Be Ready?

The BEST Protection Against Ransomware

What would you do if you arrived at work tomorrow and all your files were gone?

Not just missing, but locked. Encrypted. Held for ransom by cyber criminals demanding a massive payout just to get them back. Maybe.

That’s the harsh reality of ransomware. And it’s only getting worse.

In the first quarter of 2025, ransomware attacks hit a new high, up 84% compared to the same period last year.

It’s no longer a question of if your business might be targeted… but when.

In fact, two-thirds of businesses have been hit by ransomware in the last two years. That stat alone should make you stop and ask: Are we ready?

So, what’s the good news?

There is a highly effective way to protect your business: immutable backup storage.

Before we explain that, a quick refresher.

What is ransomware?

It’s a type of cyber attack where criminals get into your systems, encrypt your files, and demand a ransom to unlock them.

It’s not just your working files at risk either. Research shows 96% of businesses hit by ransomware in the last two years also had their backups targeted.

That’s right. Attackers are coming after the very thing you thought would save you.

Enter: Immutable backup storage

Immutable means unchangeable. Once your backup data is written, it can’t be edited, deleted, or tampered with — not even by someone with admin access.

That means even if a ransomware attack gets through, your backups remain untouched.

Think of it like putting your data in a secure vault that can’t be opened, except by you when needed.

Traditionally, this was done using air-gapped storage — backup devices physically disconnected from your network. But now we’ve got smarter, cloud-based solutions that provide the same protection without the complexity.

Why isn’t everyone using it?

Good question. Even though 81% of IT professionals say immutable storage is the best way to protect against ransomware, only 59% of businesses are actually using it.

And that’s a concern.

Firewalls, antivirus software, and user restrictions are important, but they’re not foolproof. If ransomware breaks through — and it often does — your backups become your last line of defence.

And they need to be untouchable.

It’s time to think differently

This is what we call a breach mentality. The mindset that an attack will happen, so you prepare for recovery as much as prevention.

Implementing immutable backups is one of the smartest security moves you can make this year. It could be the difference between a stressful day… and a business-ending disaster.

Ready to Strengthen Your Backup Strategy?

Whether you’re just getting started or want to review your current setup, my team and I are here to help.

Let’s talk about putting unbreakable backup protections in place before you need them.